Janytte Siega Appointed GM of SMX Convention Center Seaside Cebu
Janytte Siega has been named general manager of the forthcoming SMX Convention Center Seaside Cebu. The venue is under the management of SM Hotels as it readies for operations.
Warnemünde Gears Up for Busy 2026 Cruise Season with Maiden Ships
Warnemünde is preparing for 161 cruise ship arrivals in 2026, including three maiden ship visits and days with multiple ships at the port. The busy schedule will strengthen the Baltic cruise season.
Carnival Cruise Introduces Stricter Bikini Rules at Island Ports
Carnival Cruise Line will enforce a stricter bikini dress code at island ports starting June 2026. The new swimwear rules have reportedly surprised some passengers.
Amadeus Launches AI Travel Advertising Platform with Accenture
Amadeus has launched an AI-powered travel advertising platform in partnership with Accenture. The tool aims to help hotels, airlines, and destinations worldwide optimize their digital campaigns and increase bookings.
Canada Joins Global Nations at Miami CSI Design Expo 2026
Canada will join several countries at the Cruise Ship Interiors Design Expo Americas 2026 in Miami, featuring over 400 exhibitors from the cruise design industry.
Alaska Cruise Ship Adds Marine Observer to Prevent Whale Collisions
A new Alaska cruise ship has included a marine mammal observer onboard to help reduce whale strike risks. This step represents enhanced efforts to protect marine wildlife during cruises in Alaska waters.
Warnemünde Awaits 161 Cruise Visits Including New Maiden Ships in 2026
Warnemünde port in Germany is set to welcome 161 cruise ship calls in 2026, including three maiden ship arrivals. Luxury vessels and multiple simultaneous dockings will feature throughout the season.
WTTC Approves Eight Priorities to Boost Global Travel Growth
The WTTC Executive Council has approved eight strategic priorities aimed at fostering sustainable growth and transformation in the global travel and tourism sector.
COITM and Beijing’s Chaoyang District Launch Cultural Tourism Festival 2026
COITM is joining with Beijing's Chaoyang District to organize a cultural tourism festival in 2026. The event aims to promote innovation across inbound and outbound tourism markets.
US Joins Vancouver International Travel Expo 2026 with Key Partners
The United States will join key international partners at the Vancouver International Travel Expo 2026, an event focused on promoting B2B tourism growth. Countries including Canada, Mexico, Taiwan, India, and Spain will also be involved.
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South Africa Tourism Set for Record in 2026, Fitch Solutions Reports
Fitch Solutions predicts record tourism levels for South Africa in 2026. Statistics South Africa recorded 1.01 million foreign visitors in August, a 7.4% rise from last year.
Nepal Tourism Grows 12.1% in September 2026, Chinese Visitors More Than Double
Foreign tourist arrivals in Nepal grew 12.1% year-on-year to 88,248 in September 2026, led by increases in South Asian and Chinese visitors. Arrivals declined from Europe, Oceania, and the US, while Middle Eastern and African tourists showed gains amid recent natural disasters.
Uganda Gorilla Tourism Earns Shs398.8 Billion in Four Years
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